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... As concerns around the economy have risen in the US, the number of full-time employees doing side work or gig jobs has reached record highs.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, about 8.9 million Americans, or 5.4% of the civilian workforce, now hold more than one job, an all-time high.

A new survey by global HR tech firm Remote placed the percentage of those working more than one job even higher. The survey of 2,000 full-time, desk-based US employees revealed that 18% have already taken on a second job or side hustle, and another 57% are considering one.

The survey also found that only 17% of full-time office workers say their employer is giving them the resources and support they need to feel stable and motivated at work.

Additionally, 79% of those surveyed by Remote indicated that they're more concerned about the economic direction of the nation compared to last year. The top concerns driving those sentiments include retirement savings and financial preparedness (60%), followed by layoffs (45%) and job security (44%). ...